Field Telecom Network Technician: Fiber & Copper

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training & certification

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Telecommunications Network Technician to install, test, and maintain telecom cabling and equipment onsite. The role focuses on fiber and copper wiring, basic network troubleshooting, and customer support to ensure high-quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate has a technical qualification (NTC or equivalent) and at least 2 years' field experience, with OTDR and cable tester proficiency, and a valid driver’s license for local travel.

Qualifications

• A relevant technical qualification (e.g., NTC, N+ or equivalent experience).
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a telecommunications technician role.
• Hands-on experience installing/testing telecom cabling (fiber/copper) and basic networking.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission telecom equipment and cabling (fiber and copper).
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative checks on network infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults at customer premises and network access points.
• Respond to service calls and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Assist senior technicians with upgrades and installations.
• Ensure work follows company standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain records of installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• Provide basic technical support to customers.
• Manage tools and equipment and keep them in good order.

Skills

Cabling

Network hardware

Network troubleshooting

Customer service

Technical diagrams

Education

NTC or equivalent

Tools

OTDR

Cable testers

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Telecommunications Network Technician to install, test, and maintain telecom cabling and equipment onsite. The role focuses on fiber and copper wiring, basic network troubleshooting, and customer support to ensure high-quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate has a technical qualification (NTC or equivalent) and at least 2 years' field experience, with OTDR and cable tester proficiency, and a valid driver’s license for local travel.